Episode 11:
In Part 2 of our series on navigating the mediation process, Tom is sharing
essential tips to set you up for a successful mediation or negotiation experience
before an administrative body. If you have a sexual harassment case or disability
discrimination, you're going to have to file before one of these administrative
bodies before you can file in court.
In this episode, you will learn about the different administrative bodies, both state
and federal, that have jurisdiction over employment law claims. And in many
instances, depending on what kind of claim you have or what happened, you
have to file what's called a charge with an administrative body.
Get Tom’s insight from his years of experience dealing with administrative
bodies. Learn about the EEOC's requirement for settlement authority and the
potential challenges surrounding its enforcement. We'll also explore the
possibility of uncooperative employers sending representatives without
settlement authority and whether it's worth your time and effort to proceed with
mediation in such cases.
This episode will help you understand the role of mediators and the importance
of presenting key evidence to gain their support. We will unpack the employee-
friendly nature of settlement agreements at the EEOC and why filing with
administrative bodies may be crucial before pursuing court action.
Get ready to learn what you need to know to navigate the mediation process
before an administrative body.
You Will Learn:
- Why you should file a charge with an administrative body
- What you need to know about “settlement authority” and how it impacts your
ability to settle at the mediation stage
- When to present key evidence to gain the support and assistance of the mediator
during the mediation process
- The advantages and disadvantages of handling a legal case on your own
through the demand letter stage
- How the involvement of a lawyer influences the likelihood of reaching a
settlement during mediation
Disclaimer: This information is not intended to be legal advice. This is for
educational purposes only. If you are seeking legal advice, please talk to a
lawyer.
